Files with extension.xls are the table processor files. Sometimes there may be a problem with running this type of file. This happens if a special program is not installed on the computer or device. So, than to open an xls file?

Standard programs for different operating systems

The standard set of Windows programs includes the MS Office package. This package includes Microsoft Excel, which is a software for reading table processor files.

The Linux operating system works with the OpenOffice program, and for the Mac operating system it will be the iWork package. It is created by the corporation Apple Inc and is an analogue of MS Office.

Applications for reading file formats.xls for the Android operating system is downloaded through Google PlayMarket, as usually smartphones and tablets do not have pre-installed "factory" programs. Therefore, choose to your taste. In PlayMarket a very wide variety. Just enter a query in the search bar, for example, "office program".

Additional programs for reading and editing files

  • Ashampoo Office. Supported by the Windows operating system.
  • Libre Office. Requirements: Windows XP, 7, 8, Vista.
  • OpenOffice - runs on Linux, Mac OS X, Windows.
  • FileViewPro - the easiest to use program that runs on Windows XP, 7, 8, Vista.
  • Excel Viewer. This is a small and simple program for viewing and editing a file with the .xls format

How to open xls file online

  1. Google Docs - works in any browser.
  2. View Docs Online - requires Adobe Flash Player.
  3. Open It Online - a program for Firefox, Flock, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Opera.

Also look for information in the article: Than to open xlsx.

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